Musophagidae Collection

Guinea Turacos -Tauraco persa-, adult on tree, native to Africa, captive

Knysna turaco (Tauraco corythaix) in tree, Kariega Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Two Western grey plantain-eaters (Crinifer piscator) looking at each other, Allahein River, The Gambia

Green turaco (Tauraco persa) perched on branch, Brufut Forest, The Gambia

Violet turaco (Musophaga violacea) perched on branch, Brufut Forest, The Gambia

Great blue turaco (Corythaeola cristata) in Bigodi wetland santuary, Uganda

Guinea Turaco (Tauraco persa) wing feather against black background

Turaco, Corythaix Persa. From The National Encyclopaedia, Published C. 1890
Turaco, Corythaix Persa. From The National Encyclopaedia, Published C.1890

Musophaga rossae, Rosss turaco, female
Skin of turaco collected by 19th Century naturalist Emin Pasha in Tingasi, Equatorial Africa. 10/08/1883. Original NHM label: Musophaga rossae 1887.9.28.45 Date: 1887

Grey go-away-bird or Grey lourie -Corythaixoides concolor-, Etosha National Park, Namibia, Africa

Guinea Turaco -Tauraco persa-, adult on tree, native to Africa, captive

Knysna Turaco or Knysna Lourie -Tauraco corythaix-, adult bird perched on tree, Knysna, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Violet Turaco (Musophaga violacea) adult, perched on branch, Shai Hills, Greater Accra Region, Ghana, February

Livingstones Turaco (Tauraco livingstonii) adult, perched on branch, Eastern Cape, South Africa, December

Knysna Turaco (Tauraco corythaix) adult, perched on branch, Knysna, Eastern Cape, South Africa, December

Side view of a White-Cheeked Turaco, Tauraco leucotis, in flight showing various colours in the plumage. Pure pigments in the plumage are unique to Turaco s

Side view of a Red-Crested Turaco, perching on a branch, with head in profile showing the bright red, dense crest of fine feathers on the head, small yellow bill

Side view of a Red-Crested Turaco, Tauraco erythrolophus, perching on a branch, with its head turned under its wing as it preens, showing the bright red, dense crest of fine feathers on the head

Head profile in close-up of a Hartlaubs Turaco

Tauraco persa, green turaco
Plate 7, hand coloured copperplate etching from George Edwards The Natural History of Uncommon Birds, Vol. 1 (1743)

Bare-faced Go-away-bird (Corythaixoides personatus) adult, close-up of head, Masai Mara, Kenya

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"Discover the Vibrant World of Musophagidae: A Captivating Family of African Birds" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Musophagidae, a diverse family of birds native to Africa. From the captivating Guinea Turacos (Tauraco persa) perched gracefully on trees, to the majestic Knysna Turaco (Tauraco corythaix) found in Kariega Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, South Africa – these avian beauties are sure to leave you spellbound. In Allahein River, The Gambia, two Western grey plantain-eaters (Crinifer piscator) engage in an intriguing gaze with each other. Their striking plumage and curious expressions make for a truly mesmerizing sight. Venture into Brufut Forest, also located in The Gambia, where you'll encounter both the Green Turaco (Tauraco persa) and Violet Turaco (Musophaga violacea). These stunning birds adorn branches with their vibrant colors and add a touch of magic to their surroundings. Travel further east to Bigodi wetland sanctuary in Uganda and witness the magnificent Great Blue Turaco (Corythaeola cristata). Its grandeur is unparalleled as it glides through its natural habitat amidst lush greenery. Even individual feathers from these remarkable creatures hold immense beauty. Take a moment to appreciate the intricate details showcased by a Guinea Turaco's wing feather against a black background – nature's artistry at its finest. Delve into history as well with Rosss turacos' female counterpart - Musophaga rossae - reminding us of our rich ornithological heritage. This timeless illustration from The National Encyclopaedia published around 1890 offers glimpses into how these fascinating birds have captivated humans throughout centuries. Not limited to just turacos but extending beyond them too.